Finnish Text Types and Writing (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The aim of this course is to learn to write texts that differ in structure, vocabulary, and style. The texts may be summaries, announcements, opinion pieces, CVs, etc.

Having completed the course you will be able
1) to write clearly and coherently about various topics using a few challenging structures.
2) to comment on other writers’ texts
3) to reach the level B2 in writing of the six-level CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

Execution methods

Group meetings 36 hours and independent work 45 hours. To complete the course, you have to actively participate in the exercises, complete your assignments and work independently on what you have learned. You may also complete the course remotely.

Accomplishment methods

Regular attendance (80%) in group meetings, active participation in the exercises, and completing the individual and group assignments. Final exam.

If you study remotely, you are required to complete the individual assignments and participate in the online meetings.

Content

You will write various types of texts and do grammar exercises. You can point out differences between formal and informal texts. You will also work on your own texts according to the feedback from the teacher. The main emphasis is on your own production. The teacher and the students jointly agree on the studying method.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass/fail, grades 1–5

Qualifications

The course is available to those who have completed or are presently completing the course XFIN0226 Structures of Standard Written Finnish and to those with corresponding skills (language skill level B1–B2 in reading comprehension).

Further information

Please contact the teacher if you wish to take this course.